The Switched Life: A Story of Two Worlds
A simple girl from a middle-class family in India discovers that she was switched at birth. Her world is turned upside down when she learns that her true family is none other than the prestigious CEO of KIM Corporation in South Korea, the renowned K-pop company. After years of searching, they found her and want her to return. but she is living happily with her family, torn between her humble upbringing and the new life in a big city for the first time in her life Riya embarks on a journey of self-discovery, navigating the complexities of family, fame, love, and dreams. Will she listen to her emotions and embrace her genuine identity, or will she remain attached to the simplicity she values? who she manages both of her worlds in India and in Korea. **Note to Readers:** This novel is a work of fiction. All characters, events, and dialogues depicted in this story are purely imaginary and do not relate to real individuals, places, or incidents. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental. The author has created this fictional world for entertainment purposes only, and any interpretations or conclusions drawn from this novel are at the reader's discretion. Note - I am new in writing so it may have few error so please ignore them or tell me so I can correct it .
Chapter 29: Bridging the Divide
The next morning, as Riya descended the stairs, she scanned the dining room but found it empty. Her parents were nowhere to be seen, and she hesitated, unsure whether to inquire about their whereabouts. Then, remembering her mother's plans to cook for themselves, she held her tongue.
Noticing Riya's arrival, Mr. Kim spoke up, breaking the silence. "Oh, look, Riya has come," he remarked warmly, gesturing for her to join them at the table.
As she took her seat, Riya was surprised to find that today's dishes were all Indian. Her eyebrows shot up in astonishment, and Mrs. Kim addressed her with a gentle smile. "After we found out that you love Indian food, we hired an Indian cuisine chef so you can enjoy all types of Indian dishes here," she explained kindly.
Riya pursed her lips, feeling a mix of emotions swirling inside her. She struggled to come to terms with the sudden presence of these new parents in her life. "If only I had lived here from the start, things might be different," she thought to herself. Memories of her mother's struggles and sacrifices flooded her mind, and she clenched her fists, feeling a surge of anger and resentment.
Miya, being younger, didn't remember those difficult times as clearly, but she understood enough to empathize with her mother's pain. She remembered the days when their grandmother mistreated their mother, withholding food from her while their father ate heartily. The memory still stung, and Riya couldn't forgive her father for it.
"Riya?" Mrs. Kim's voice interrupted her thoughts, bringing her back to the present. Riya blinked, meeting Mrs. Kim's gaze, and forced a nod. "Yes, the food is good," she replied, offering a small smile.
"I'm glad you like it," Mrs. Kim said, her eyes filled with understanding.
After lunch, Riya made a move to head to the side villa, but Mr. and Mrs. Kim stopped her, indicating that they wanted to talk.
In the living room, Mr. Kim took a deep breath before speaking. "We want to have a talk with you for a while," he began, his gaze unwavering as he met Riya's eyes. "I know it's difficult for you to accept us as your parents, but we truly wish to get to know you better and become a part of your world from now on."
"We've missed out on so much of your life, and we want to make it up to you if you'll allow us," Mrs. Kim added, her voice gentle and sincere. "We can't change the past, but we hope we can build a family together from now on."